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Highlights from the May 2026 Transit Executive Committee meeting

Whitby, Ontario – On Wednesday, May 6, 2026, members of the Durham Region Transit (DRT) Executive Committee (TEC) met to discuss various DRT initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:

Shaping DRT’s Accessibility Plan 2026-2030

Durham Region Transit (DRT) is taking the next step in building a more inclusive transit system by developing its Accessibility Plan 2026–2030, guided by Durham Region’s Multi‑Year Accessibility Plan.

Through a series of engaging virtual and in‑person...

Connecting today. Driving tomorrow. You’re invited to DRT public information centres

Whitby, Ontario – Durham Region Transit (DRT) is hosting a series of informal, drop-in public information centres (PICs) across Durham Region.

When: April 29 to May 28, 2026.
Where: Locations across Durham Region.
Why: These sessions provide an opportunity for customers and residents to share their experience, ask questions and provide feedback to help shape future transit service.

Upcoming sessions include:

• April 29, 2026, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. – The Shops at Pickering City Centre (Pickering Town Centre).

Highlights from the April 2026 Transit Executive Committee meeting (TEC)

Whitby, Ontario – On Wednesday, April 8, 2026, members of the Durham Region Transit (DRT) Executive Committee (TEC) met to discuss various DRT initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:

DRT 2026 Fare Strategy approved:

TEC approved the 2026 DRT Fare Strategy, which supports further modernizing the fare payment and management system. This includes considerations for:

• Fare capping, and the elimination of monthly passes.
• Exploring the transition to eliminating cash fares.
• Expanding...

Highlights from the March 2026 Transit Executive Committee (TEC) meeting

Whitby, Ontario – On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, members of the Durham Region Transit (DRT) Executive Committee (TEC) met to discuss various DRT initiatives and updates. Details and highlights include:

• Celebrating all the incredible staff at DRT - Transit Worker Appreciation Day:
  • Transit Worker Appreciation Day (March 18, 2026) recognizes the important role transit workers play in delivering public transit services and contributing to the economic development and community wellbeing and safety...